
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the University Place Neighborhood of Tacoma, WA from $800 (25 Rentals)
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University Place, Tacoma, WA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in University Place?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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University Place Studio Apartments | $1,565 | $1,250 | $1,950 |
University Place 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,712 | $850 | $3,915 |
University Place 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,071 | $1,425 | $4,135 |
University Place 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,642 | $1,800 | $3,374 |
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Cheapest Available University Place Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the University Place area of Tacoma, WA is a 1 Bed unit found at Sundance Apartments priced from $1,195. Sunset Ridge Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,195. Here are the most affordable University Place apartments for rent in Tacoma, WA:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Sundance Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,195 |
Sunset Ridge Apartments | 1x1 Standard | 1BR,1BA | $1,195 |
Scenic Pines Apartments | Eastern Pine | 1BR,1BA | $1,293 |
Narrows Ridge Apartments | One bedroom with W/D | 1BR,1BA | $1,350 |
Latitude 47 | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,350 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in University Place, WA
As of April 28, 2025 the best value apartment in the University Place area is the $1.50 price per square foot 2bed 1.5bath Townhouse Model at SoundWest Townhomes in the in the University Place neighborhood starting from $1,795. The second greatest value University Place apartment is the 2 Bedroom 2nd Floor Model at Grandview Apartments starting at $1,787 with a $1.55 price per square foot in the West End neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for University Place apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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SoundWest Townhomes | 2bed 1.5bath Townhouse | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.50 |
Grandview Apartments | 2 Bedroom 2nd Floor | 2BR,2BA | $1.55 |
Latitude 47 | 1 Bed 1 Bath + Den | 1BR,1BA | $1.91 |
Alameda West Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.84 |
Hillside Glen Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.64 |
Merrill Creek | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.76 |
Chambers Pointe Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath Standard | 2BR,1BA | $1.91 |
Park Place | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.87 |
Sunset Ridge Apartments | 1x1 Standard | 1BR,1BA | $1.85 |
Sundance Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.99 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap University Place Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in University Place?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in University Place is at Latitude 47 listed at $1,350.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom University Place Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom University Place Apartment is $1,195 at Sundance Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom University Place Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in University Place is starting from $1,445 at Sundance Apartments.
What is the most affordable University Place Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap University Place Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Boulders at Puget Sound and starts from $2,530.
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